Anitra Michelle Alford
Orange Park,FL
Summary
Dedicated Education Administrator adept at working with teachers and educational professionals to improve lesson plans to meet the needs of all students. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Principal
Duval County Public Schools
09.2022 - Current
- Conducted classroom walkthrough and focus walks to monitor instruction resulting in meaningful teacher feedback.
- Completed CAST teacher evaluations according to district policy.
- Participated in shared-decision making team, leadership team, PTO, and SAC meetings.
- Participated in school-wide PBIS plan and yearly PBIS recognition process.
- Served as the testing coordinator involving monitoring compliance with state and district assessments, schedule grade-level assessments within established testing windows, and securely handling all testing materials.
- Monitored student progress and implemented intervention strategies to support student success.
- Built and maintained positive relationships with diverse stakeholders, such as parents, school volunteers and outside agencies.
- Mentored new teachers in navigating their roles within the school system effectively.
- Led monthly paraprofessional meetings and student life committee meetings.
- Served as the transportation coordinator.
- Served as the Title IX coordinator.
- Attended grade-level PLC meetings to support teachers in designing tiered lessons that meet the needs of all students that are aligned with the benchmarks and FLDOE item specifications, and aiding teachers with curriculum mapping.
Reading Coach/Reading Interventionist; 2nd-4th grade teacher; STEM Teacher
Clay County Public Schools
02.2017 - 09.2022
- Integrated technology applications into authentic student learning experiences
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests
- Consulted with administrators and fellow educators to discuss and meet the needs of individual students
- Developed strong relationships with parents and guardians to help each child have solid support network in and out of classroom
- Facilitated diversified learning experiences that provide meaningful curriculum to all students
- Analyze data, identify trends, and support teachers to adjust instruction based on data.
Reading Coach; Reading Interventionist; and K & 1 Teacher
Duval County Public Schools
08.2010 - 02.2017
- Facilitated professional development for teachers
- Observed teachers, provide feedback, and identify next steps to improve instruction in core ELA instruction for the purpose of support and not evaluation
- Customized instructional and activity plans to support needs of individual students
- Conducted consultations with principals, teachers, parents and students to discuss methods to improve reading instruction
- Conducted group and individual activities with students based on differentiated learning needs
- Spearheaded tutoring workshops and collaborative projects to help student groups.
Social Studies Department Chair; 6th-7th grade Social Studies Teacher
Clayton County Public Schools
08.2007 - 05.2010
- Facilitated department chair meetings
- Conducted walk throughs for new teachers and provided support
- Continuously evaluated and improved operations, strengthening policies and streamlining structures to keep the school adaptable to changing conditions
- Improved the performance of faculty across the Social Studies department with close monitoring and enhanced training.
Kindergarten Teacher
Henry County Public Schools
08.2005 - 05.2007
- Implemented lesson plans in line with district educational philosophy and instructional goals
- Created classroom environment conducive to learning in line with maturity and interests of kindergarten students
- Used targeted evaluations to diagnose learning disabilities and coordinate specialized care
- Maintained thorough and detailed records of student attendance, participation and grades
- Integrated technology into education to improve student learning and engagement
- Monitored classroom to spot behavioral problems and used positive reinforcement techniques to correct issues.
Education
Doctor of Education, EdD - Educational Administration
Southeastern University
Lakeland, FL08.2025
Education Specialist - Curriculum & Instruction
Lincoln Memorial University
Harrogate, TN05.2007
Master of Education - Administration And Supervision K-12
Tennessee State University
Nashville, TN05.2002
Bachelor of Science - Political Science
Middle Tennessee State University
Murfreesboro, TN05.2000
Skills
- Instructional Leadership
- Communication and Interpersonal skills
- Cultural Competence
- Strong leadership and management skills
Certification
- Educational Leadership All Levels
- Elementary Education Grades K-6
- English For Speakers Of Other Languages Endorsement
- Reading Endorsement
Timeline
Assistant Principal
Duval County Public Schools
09.2022 - Current
Reading Coach/Reading Interventionist; 2nd-4th grade teacher; STEM Teacher
Clay County Public Schools
02.2017 - 09.2022
Reading Coach; Reading Interventionist; and K & 1 Teacher
Duval County Public Schools
08.2010 - 02.2017
Social Studies Department Chair; 6th-7th grade Social Studies Teacher
Clayton County Public Schools
08.2007 - 05.2010
Kindergarten Teacher
Henry County Public Schools
08.2005 - 05.2007
Doctor of Education, EdD - Educational Administration
Southeastern University
Education Specialist - Curriculum & Instruction
Lincoln Memorial University
Master of Education - Administration And Supervision K-12
Tennessee State University
Bachelor of Science - Political Science
Middle Tennessee State University
- Educational Leadership All Levels
- Elementary Education Grades K-6
- English For Speakers Of Other Languages Endorsement
- Reading Endorsement
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